Yoga is one of the fastest-growing fitness practices in the West, but it has its roots planted firmly in ancient Eastern tradition. A diffuse grouping of spiritual and physical disciplines in religions such as Jainism, Buddhism, and Hinduism, in the United States, yoga typically refers to a mostly athletic practice, one where the practitioner adopts […]
Being in control of what you eat is hard. So, how do we stick to a regimen that requires us to eat fewer calories when there are so many delicious things to eat? What is the answer to how to have self-control with food? There is no “silver bullet” answer. Instead, you need to take […]
You probably know that there are many health benefits to walking for adults. But did you know that there are also health benefits of walking for kids? Here are some reasons why you should find ways to encourage your child to add more walking to their daily routine. Importance of Physical Activity in Childhood The […]
Aging is something we all go through, but it doesn’t have to be so scary. Sure, as we get older it gets harder to out-eat or out-exercise our genetics, but we can still build up a defense by making meaningful and lasting lifestyle choices that may payoff in our later years. So how do we […]
It’s so obvious as to hardly need mentioning, but having a baby is tough. The sudden life change, lack of sleep, and physical trauma are hard on mind and body, and the weeks that follow a birth are filled with a blend of joy and difficulty for most women. To maximize joy and health on […]
Younger people are risk takers, not just with their money or the activities they engage in, but also their health. While some risky behaviors may lead to experiencing new things and finding your own path through adulthood, risking your health at a young age may actually be one of the worst things you can do. […]
Performing a self-massage during the day can help with muscle relaxation, easing of stress, supporting exercise performance and recovery, and may even help your mood. Best of all, you can complete the self-massage techniques we cover below while at home and without any training. Self-Massage Tools to Consider Before getting started, take a look at […]
The colon, also known as the large intestine, connects to the end of the small intestine and is responsible for these important functions of the body: Absorption of water and minerals. The creation and absorption of vitamins. Storage for waste. Fermentation of indigestible compounds. Home to more than 500 species of bacteria. Bacteria play one […]
We don’t know if you’ve ever noticed this, but we humans are kind of predictable. We tend to give into the yummy temptations that surround us during the holidays, and then kick our diets and workouts into high gear as soon as the New Year rolls around. If this sounds like you, don’t worry, you’re […]
If you’re active, you should consider taking an antioxidant. The extra strain of activity on your body, whether you’re simply going for a run, hiking, or lifting weights, increases your metabolic rate and results in the creation of reactive oxygen species, sometimes known as oxidants. The foil to oxidants? As you might already know, the […]
